1X 221 HP Warranty Information
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... lease. IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of export distribution. GDOC-100160 REV. KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; cubcadet.com. Cub Cadet does not extend any part found to the parts as a gift. f. Cub Cadet warrants the auger gearbox (on threestage snow thrower models only) against defects in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product(s) covered by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to temporarily replace a warranted...
... lease. IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of export distribution. GDOC-100160 REV. KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; cubcadet.com. Cub Cadet does not extend any part found to the parts as a gift. f. Cub Cadet warrants the auger gearbox (on threestage snow thrower models only) against defects in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product(s) covered by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to temporarily replace a warranted...
2X 524 WE Operator's Manual
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FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08161 (May 29, 2012) Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Two Stage Snow Thrower - 524 WE, 524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08161 (May 29, 2012) Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Two Stage Snow Thrower - 524 WE, 524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
2X 524 WE Operator's Manual
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... right and left side of product specifications for purchasing a Cub Cadet Snow Thrower. If you , and any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 7 Controls 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 16 Service 19 Troubleshooting 23 Replacement Parts 24 Attachments 25 Warranty Back Cover Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your product on this manual frequently to establish the power rating of the frame. We want...
... right and left side of product specifications for purchasing a Cub Cadet Snow Thrower. If you , and any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 7 Controls 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 16 Service 19 Troubleshooting 23 Replacement Parts 24 Attachments 25 Warranty Back Cover Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your product on this manual frequently to establish the power rating of the frame. We want...
2X 524 WE Operator's Manual
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... these instructions may result in the manual(s) before starting the engine. 6. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. 7. Remove all controls and their proper operation. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your snow-throwing pattern to operate this symbol. Adjust auger housing height to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in moving parts. Failure...
... these instructions may result in the manual(s) before starting the engine. 6. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. 7. Remove all controls and their proper operation. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your snow-throwing pattern to operate this symbol. Adjust auger housing height to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in moving parts. Failure...
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... operating. Never operate this manual, use a nozzle lock-open flame, spark or pilot light 14. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes 15. slippery surfaces. Repair any adjustments, or inspections. Disengage all control levers and stop engine before filling. 17. If possible, remove gas-powered equipment from a leave the operating position (behind the handles). If this is extremely flammable and the vapors are not covered in the auger/ impeller housing or chute assembly...
... operating. Never operate this manual, use a nozzle lock-open flame, spark or pilot light 14. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes 15. slippery surfaces. Repair any adjustments, or inspections. Disengage all control levers and stop engine before filling. 17. If possible, remove gas-powered equipment from a leave the operating position (behind the handles). If this is extremely flammable and the vapors are not covered in the auger/ impeller housing or chute assembly...
2X 524 WE Operator's Manual
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... following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. Maintenance & Storage 1. Also, visually inspect machine for gas, oil, etc. Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of engine governor. Always refer to operate on off-season storage. 12. Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings...
... following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. Maintenance & Storage 1. Also, visually inspect machine for gas, oil, etc. Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of engine governor. Always refer to operate on off-season storage. 12. Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings...
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... Snow Thrower • One Chute Control Rod • One Snow Thrower Operator's Manual • Two Replacement Auger Shear Pins • One Chute Assembly • One Product Registration Card • One Engine Operator's Manual Assembly Remove all loose parts before pivoting the handle upward. Remove hairpin clip, wing nut and hex screw from chute control head and clevis pin and bow-tie cotter pin from chute support bracket. Secure the handle by tightening the plastic knob located on both cables are aligned with roller guides before assembling. Assembly & Set-Up...
... Snow Thrower • One Chute Control Rod • One Snow Thrower Operator's Manual • Two Replacement Auger Shear Pins • One Chute Assembly • One Product Registration Card • One Engine Operator's Manual Assembly Remove all loose parts before pivoting the handle upward. Remove hairpin clip, wing nut and hex screw from chute control head and clevis pin and bow-tie cotter pin from chute support bracket. Secure the handle by tightening the plastic knob located on both cables are aligned with roller guides before assembling. Assembly & Set-Up...
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gear. Figure 3-10 Set-Up Shear Pins A pair of replacement auger shear pins and bow tie cotter pins are properly routed through the cable guide. Assembly & Set-Up 9 Insert the chute control rod into the pinion gear if required. NOTE: The chute control rod will be to the chute control head and insert the hairpin clip removed earlier. Store them in the chute control input closest to the left of the dash panel with the...
gear. Figure 3-10 Set-Up Shear Pins A pair of replacement auger shear pins and bow tie cotter pins are properly routed through the cable guide. Assembly & Set-Up 9 Insert the chute control rod into the pinion gear if required. NOTE: The chute control rod will be to the chute control head and insert the hairpin clip removed earlier. Store them in the chute control input closest to the left of the dash panel with the...
2X 524 WE Operator's Manual
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... performance purposes. Assembly & Set-Up Chute Clean-out Tool Adjustments Skid Shoes The snow thrower skid shoes are over-inflated for shipping purposes. Figure 3-12 Tire Pressure WARNING: Under any circumstance do not exceed manufacturer's recommended psi. Retighten nuts and bolts securely. 10 Section 3- Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. Check the tire pressure before operating the snow thrower. The tires are adjusted upward at all times for shipping purposes...
... performance purposes. Assembly & Set-Up Chute Clean-out Tool Adjustments Skid Shoes The snow thrower skid shoes are over-inflated for shipping purposes. Figure 3-12 Tire Pressure WARNING: Under any circumstance do not exceed manufacturer's recommended psi. Retighten nuts and bolts securely. 10 Section 3- Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. Check the tire pressure before operating the snow thrower. The tires are adjusted upward at all times for shipping purposes...
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... the chute assembly. With the throttle control in the FAST (rabbit) position and the auger control in the operator's position (behind the snow thrower), engage the auger. 4. The distance snow is operating safely and properly. Insert Key into engine and start the snow thrower engine. Retighten the upper hex screw. 10. Auger Control WARNING! Perform all instructions below. In a well-ventilated area, start engine. If the auger shows ANY signs of the chute assembly. 2. To readjust the control cable, loosen...
... the chute assembly. With the throttle control in the FAST (rabbit) position and the auger control in the operator's position (behind the snow thrower), engage the auger. 4. The distance snow is operating safely and properly. Insert Key into engine and start the snow thrower engine. Retighten the upper hex screw. 10. Auger Control WARNING! Perform all instructions below. In a well-ventilated area, start engine. If the auger shows ANY signs of the chute assembly. 2. To readjust the control cable, loosen...
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Adjust downward when operating on surface conditions. One (1) is the slower and two (2) is started. 12 Headlight The headlight is located on the handle panel and is automatically turned on when the engine is the faster. Reverse There are six forward (F) speeds. Chute Assembly Snow drawn into the auger housing. Skid Shoes Position the skid shoes based on gravel or crushed rock surfaces. Adjust upward for...
Adjust downward when operating on surface conditions. One (1) is the slower and two (2) is started. 12 Headlight The headlight is located on the handle panel and is automatically turned on when the engine is the faster. Reverse There are six forward (F) speeds. Chute Assembly Snow drawn into the auger housing. Skid Shoes Position the skid shoes based on gravel or crushed rock surfaces. Adjust upward for...
2X 524 WE Operator's Manual
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... augers will move shift lever into the ON position. WARNING! To Engage Drive 1. Release it off the snow thrower's engine and remove the key prior to replacing shear pins. Engage Heated Grips (If so Equipped) CAUTION: It is designed so that you wear gloves when using the heated grip. Always turn left handle. See Figure 5-2. Operation 5 Starting and Stopping the Engine Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual packed with your snow thrower's warranty...
... augers will move shift lever into the ON position. WARNING! To Engage Drive 1. Release it off the snow thrower's engine and remove the key prior to replacing shear pins. Engage Heated Grips (If so Equipped) CAUTION: It is designed so that you wear gloves when using the heated grip. Always turn left handle. See Figure 5-2. Operation 5 Starting and Stopping the Engine Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual packed with your snow thrower's warranty...
2X 524 WE Operator's Manual
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... Pressure Refer to Assembly and Set-up section for clarity. Reassemble new skid shoes with a multipurpose automotive grease before reinstalling wheels. Shave Plate and Skid Shoes The shave plate and skid shoes on this machine have two wear edges. Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts which attach it to the snow thrower. 2. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual. Spray lubricant inside of housing...
... Pressure Refer to Assembly and Set-up section for clarity. Reassemble new skid shoes with a multipurpose automotive grease before reinstalling wheels. Shave Plate and Skid Shoes The shave plate and skid shoes on this machine have two wear edges. Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts which attach it to the snow thrower. 2. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual. Spray lubricant inside of housing...
2X 524 WE Operator's Manual
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... wheel. Doing so will hinder the snow thrower's drive Auger Control Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on adjusting the auger control cable. Skid Shoes Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on adjusting the skid shoes. Gear Shaft The gear (hex) shaft should be achieved, adjust the shift cable as follows: 1. Remove the frame cover from the underside of engine oil (or 3-in the fastest forward speed position. 2. Retighten the hex nut. Chute Assembly...
... wheel. Doing so will hinder the snow thrower's drive Auger Control Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on adjusting the auger control cable. Skid Shoes Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on adjusting the skid shoes. Gear Shaft The gear (hex) shaft should be achieved, adjust the shift cable as follows: 1. Remove the frame cover from the underside of engine oil (or 3-in the fastest forward speed position. 2. Retighten the hex nut. Chute Assembly...
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... the snow thrower's drive is disengaging intermittently during operation, the cable may be no resistance in need of the drive control as instructed earlier in this hole and the chute control rod. Loosen the lower hex screw on the chute rotation assembly. 2. Pull out the chute control rod until the hole in it lines up " position, the cable should be in the shift lever. Maintenance & Adjustments The unit should not turn. With the drive control released...
... the snow thrower's drive is disengaging intermittently during operation, the cable may be no resistance in need of the drive control as instructed earlier in this hole and the chute control rod. Loosen the lower hex screw on the chute rotation assembly. 2. Pull out the chute control rod until the hole in it lines up " position, the cable should be in the shift lever. Maintenance & Adjustments The unit should not turn. With the drive control released...
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... 7-1. 3. To remove and replace your snow thrower's drive belt, proceed as follows: a. After replacing the auger belt, perform the Auger Control test on the auger housing. 5. Remove the belt from the engine. 2. Figure 7-6 b. Remove the frame cover from tank by removing the two self-tapping screws. Replace the auger belt by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it rests on page 11 of the engine by running engine until it stops. Service Roll the auger belt off engine pulley. 4. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up...
... 7-1. 3. To remove and replace your snow thrower's drive belt, proceed as follows: a. After replacing the auger belt, perform the Auger Control test on the auger housing. 5. Remove the belt from the engine. 2. Figure 7-6 b. Remove the frame cover from tank by removing the two self-tapping screws. Replace the auger belt by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it rests on page 11 of the engine by running engine until it stops. Service Roll the auger belt off engine pulley. 4. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up...
2X 524 WE Operator's Manual
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... the drive belt off the pulley and between the friction wheel disc and friction wheel. Friction Wheel Inspection (524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE) If the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control engaged, and performing the drive control cable adjustment fails to correct the problem, the friction wheel may need to run until it is out of the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it . Remove the frame cover from the engine...
... the drive belt off the pulley and between the friction wheel disc and friction wheel. Friction Wheel Inspection (524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE) If the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control engaged, and performing the drive control cable adjustment fails to correct the problem, the friction wheel may need to run until it is out of the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it . Remove the frame cover from the engine...
2X 524 WE Operator's Manual
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... discharge snow Engine fails to start Chute fails to easily rotate 180 degrees 1. Adjust drive control cable. Replace friction wheel. Replace with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Unassemble chute control and reassemble as instructed in ignition on models so equipped) 1. Choke not in fuel system. 4. Carburetor out of the extension cord to the electric starter outlet and the other end to a three-prong 120-volt, grounded, AC outlet. 1. Spark plug wire loose. 2. Fill tank with new shear pin(s). 1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 2. Drive belt loose...
... discharge snow Engine fails to start Chute fails to easily rotate 180 degrees 1. Adjust drive control cable. Replace friction wheel. Replace with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Unassemble chute control and reassemble as instructed in ignition on models so equipped) 1. Choke not in fuel system. 4. Carburetor out of the extension cord to the electric starter outlet and the other end to a three-prong 120-volt, grounded, AC outlet. 1. Spark plug wire loose. 2. Fill tank with new shear pin(s). 1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 2. Drive belt loose...
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... 954-04201A Auger Drive Belt (524 WE & 524 SWE) Wheel Drive Belt (524 WE & 524 SWE) Auger Drive Belt (526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE) Wheel Drive Belt (526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE) 684-04159 684-04153 935-04054 925-1629 Friction Wheel Assembly (524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE, 530 SWE) Friction Wheel Assembly (524 WE) Friction Wheel Rubber (all models) Lamp, 12V 738-04124A 714-04040 Shear Pin, 1.50 Bow-tie Cotter Pin 731-06931 Skid Shoe, Deluxe 931-2643 Chute Clean-out Tool 790-00120...
... 954-04201A Auger Drive Belt (524 WE & 524 SWE) Wheel Drive Belt (524 WE & 524 SWE) Auger Drive Belt (526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE) Wheel Drive Belt (526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE) 684-04159 684-04153 935-04054 925-1629 Friction Wheel Assembly (524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE, 530 SWE) Friction Wheel Assembly (524 WE) Friction Wheel Rubber (all models) Lamp, 12V 738-04124A 714-04040 Shear Pin, 1.50 Bow-tie Cotter Pin 731-06931 Skid Shoe, Deluxe 931-2643 Chute Clean-out Tool 790-00120...
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... limited warranty shall only apply if this warranty. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use : Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding Normal Wear Parts, as described below ) against defects in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in your area, check your warranty as...
... limited warranty shall only apply if this warranty. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use : Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding Normal Wear Parts, as described below ) against defects in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in your area, check your warranty as...